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  Albany Damien Center
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MPower is now the Equity Center! and has a brand new drop in space at 747 Madison Ave (basement level). Still dedicated to providing innovative, sex-positive ways of bringing Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender, and Non-Binary individuals and their families together!

​The Equity Center aims to improve the
health, well-being, and quality of life for
​LGBT & TNB/GNC and Men in Communities of Color and their families
.

- Health Navigation

- Assistance with Insurance and Benefits Navigation

- Linkage to Confidential and Community Friendly Providers, Services, and Pantries 

- Address Health Inequities

- Employment Navigation

-HRT/Gender Affirming Services

- Reproductive Health Support and Prevention Services

- Sexual Risk Reduction Education

- HIV Testing and Counseling
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- Welcoming and Affirming Drop-in Space

-Housing Assistance and Referral Services

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We are always looking for community members who are interested in giving back.

Volunteers help with member check-in, tabling, decorating, community events, and many other tasks. If you are interested in volunteering, or donating some of your time, please contact us!

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The Equity Center 
747 Madison Ave, Basement Level
​Albany, New York 12208

518-694-2099
[email protected]

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728 Madison Avenue, Suite 100 Albany, New York 12208
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The Albany Damien Center, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization
(NYS Charities Reg. #16-41-42 · UEI: YAGNQMUNQDF3 · EIN: 22-3108995)

  • about us
    • Mission & Vision Statements
    • Our History
    • Board of Directors >
      • Center Staff
    • Annual Reports
    • Contact Us & Location
    • We Support Black Lives Matter
    • In the Press
    • Newsletter
    • The Fire
    • The Vision
  • Member's Area
    • Info & Resources >
      • Menu
      • Monthly Member Event Calendar
      • What to Do when Diagnosed
      • Undetectable
    • Become a Member
  • Capital Region ETE
    • HIV Resources & FAQ
  • Support Us
    • Donate Items
    • SMS Terms and Conditions
    • Corporate Partnerships
    • Communities of Faith
    • Recurring Donations
  • Bowling for PAWS 2026
  • Get Involved
    • Join Mailing List
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employment Training Center of Expertise
  • The NAMES Project
  • Behavioral Health/Family Support Services
  • Drop-In Living Room
  • Housing Program
  • Smart Meals
  • Employment Pathways
  • PAWS
  • Pharmacy Services
  • Equity Center
  • Careers
  • DEI
  • In Memory/In Honor
  • Annual Reports